“Every Saturday morning, first thing before breakfast, his parents held conferences with their children requiring them to answer two questions put to each of them: 1. What have you learned that is true (and how do you know)? 2. What problem do you have?”
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Toni Morrison is an American novelist known for her profound portrayal of the history and culture of African Americans. Her works often explore issues of race, gender, and identity, with her most famous novels being 'The Bluest Eye' and 'Sula'. more
“Bouncing on beds, I remember from childhood, is a great depression reliever.”
“Mom, how come you never go outside?" "I told you, I'm a vampire.”
“It was not often that Flay approved of happiness in others.”
“All fathers are liars . . . If you want to be a father, you have to be prepared to become a liar.”
“Often, under the layers of our maturity is a child’s insecurity screaming for love and attention.”